The main difference between the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack and the The North Face Router Backpack is that the Ruthsac Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Router Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Ruthsac Backpack | Router Backpack | |
Category | Commuter | School | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 31.5L | 40L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 | 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.3 | ||
Fabric | 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. | 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop | |
Color | Brandy Brown/Root Brown | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | ||
Rating | 4.1 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $175 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Custom injection-molded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellant finish | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Zippered laptop compartment | ||
Side Pockets | 2 zippered side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Padded top handle and front haul handle | |
Loops and Attachments | 360 degree reflective bike-light loop | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | Dedicated laptop compartment fits up to 17" |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded fleece-lined tablet sleeve | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | The FlexVent™ suspension system |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective details |
The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features while The North Face 's Router Backpack is a School backpack with Laptop features.
The The North Face Ruthsac Backpack has a capacity of 31.5L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12 x 5.9 x 18.7. It's made of 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. and is available in Brandy Brown/Root Brown in comparison the The North Face Router Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 21.25 x 14 x 10.5 inches. Constructed from 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420 D Nylon, 210D Cordura Nylon Ripstop it weighs 3.3 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.
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